Care Manager / Community Health Worker

Care Manager / Community Health Worker

Job Summary

The Care Manager / Community Health Worker (CHW) supports the development of patient-centered, team-based care. S / he will support Shannon as a health care system (clinic and hospital departments as needed). Care Manager / CHW(s) are expected to help team members ensure patients are receiving support and resources within the community & reduce client barriers to health care and needed community resources and services. Facilitate communication and coordination between community resources / services, community partners, and healthcare providers. Maintain knowledge and understanding of available community resources, services, and programs. A few examples include the following : social determinates of health, educating patients on topics related to chronic disease prevention, suicide prevention, end of life planning, physical activity / nutrition.

Education

Education Type

Program of Study

Required / Preferred

High School Diploma / GED

N / A

Required

Experience

Number of Years

Type of Experience

Required / Preferred

2 Years

Customer Service in Health-Related Field

Preferred

Certification & Licensures

Certification / Licensure Type

Required / Preferred

Medical Assistant

Preferred

Community Health Worker

Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Required

• Must obtain within ninety (90) days of hire date

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